Art and music is intertwined. Its an undefined sense of expression that carries meaning and relativity of certain issues and subjects we’re familiar with. Shepard Fairey is notorious when it comes to expression and ideology. He recently awed spectators at his exhibition under the name of Harmony and Discord. As of now, it has been stated that a project is under the way with a collaboration of musician Neil Young. Shepard had the honor to design Neil’s album cover along with eleven different pieces that represent the songs. The album is an interpreted version of classical all American folk tunes.
The process was unique as to how the collaboration came about. Shepard would listen to melodies while depicting the lyrics with meanings. He would then form sketches for every song and discuss them with Neil. After deliberation and a harmonious understanding, Shepard would then depict the message through interpretive imagery with Neil’s influence combined.
The showcase will be an eyeopener for sure with tremendous amounts of detail and symbolism. It has been stated that this exhibit will be available to the general public at the Perry Rubenstein Gallery located in Los Angeles, CA from the start of June 28th and end on the 14th of July. Be sure to check it out if you have the chance, and while you’re at it, check out our very own collection of Shepard Fairey pieces.
The suspense and anticipation has come to an end. Harmony and Discord is finally here to please eager onlookers and art lovers alike. This show has has been in the works for over a year, and the pieces in this exhibit definitely display that. With all the utilities and materials at hand, Pace Prints play a major role in this partaking. Shepard has been allowed to express his vivid and captivating thoughts across platforms such as metal embossed plates. Thanks to Pace Shepard has the ability to create some of the most incredible works he’s done to date.
The exhibit is in the heart of New York and was set to open May 5th through June 16th. If you’re already a fan OBEY and Shepard’s art, then you’ll love to become acquainted with this showcase. With a broad horizon of topics to relate from, Shepard digs deep into our society and points out key notes. Since the opening of May 5th, the exhibit has been flocked with tourists and admirers alike to capture a glimpse at these incredible pieces. Make sure to take a look if you get the chance, and while you’re at it check out our very own collection of OBEY here at Stix.
If you’re aware of your surroundings, then you’ve probably seen the infamous Andre the Giant stencil lurking around, whether if its on t-shirts or plastered as a mural on a wall. The brand takes a deeper look into society and Shepard Fairey gives us his point of view on matters such as politics and propaganda.
Coming May 5th through June 16 is Shepard Fairey’s first showcase with Pace Prints. He’s also going to reveal his first pieces in handmade paper along with the biggest prints he’s done thus far. The showcase is called Harmony and Discord which features a lot of discussion and interest with our society and economy today. It consists of colossal silk prints created with collage and spray paint, along with other works such as murals alike.
With Pace prints behind him, Shepard has been enabled to created pieces on a grand scale with their equipment. This also marks the first time Shepard will release large metal plates as compositions. He goes above and beyond the standard and creates one of a kind works of art. An example of propaganda is the exposed hidden agenda of political industrialists and their corrupt aura on our economy. A collection of pieces known as the Reagan and friends series illustrates and renders these politicians as conniving and deceiving businessmen. A number of themes and issues are covered in this presentation such as symbols, war, peace, political influence, and of course propaganda.
Andre the Giant can be seen and recognized as an icon for OBEY, yet many people don’t know the reason as to why or the meaning of his reference. Well its simple, it doesn’t have a meaning. When one sees the image of Andre, people construe their own opinions and ideology behind the figure. It broadens their conceptual thinking while at the same time bringing their expression to light. That is the purpose of OBEY, to enlighten the masses with striking visual imagery and to let them form conclusions about society and the world we live in. The medium is the message, and the goal is to inform and educate. Philosophical theories and concepts are continually declining in the next generations to come, and founder Shepard Fairey is well aware of that. See beyond what the media and society tells you to do, think for yourself and come to terms with the ideas and philosophies that are running amok through your mind. Basically, OBEY.
